Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our team at Hellesdon Hospital in Norwich. The successful candidate will be working in the therapies team and will be given the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills within acute mental health by working with a Multi Disciplinary Team (MDT).
The role involves implementing person centred OT interventions and assessments and promoting the OT profession within this setting. The successful candidate will work under the supervision and guidance of an experienced Senior Occupational Therapist in order to refine their skills and develop within this role.
You will have the opportunity to develop strong therapeutic relationships with our service users during their admission to hospital which will support your professional approach and guide your assessments and interventions in order to make admissions meaningful and purposeful. Our current vacancy is on Mayfly ward, which is a 16 bedded female acute ward. However you will be employed by the Therapy Team who work across the 2 male acute, 2 female acute and 1 female Psychiatric Intensive care Unit. You may be required to help cover other wards during annual leave, sickness etc of other colleagues.
Main duties of the job
You will be expected to take a clinical role in the OT assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of services for clients.Contribute to and participate in multi-disciplinary team assessments.Be involved in the planning, development, delivery and evaluation of person-centred care planning and person-centred formulations.Provide a first line response to referrals, providing where necessary a health and social care needs assessment or meeting the needs already identified in a health and social care needs assessment.
You will also liaise with third sector services within the local community in order to signpost and engage our service users in meaningful activities to promote their recovery when leaving hospital. It is a desirable requirement is that you hold a full driving license and ability to drive trust vehicles in line with duties for patient activities etc.
You will be required to supervise and support an activity coordinator, and be willing to learn and share knowledge with this activity worker and the wider team.
About us
Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.
Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.
Why Norfolk and Suffolk? The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We would like to employ a compassionate, proactive, adaptable and resilient Occupational Therapist who demonstrates, leadership and initiative within their role.
The successful candidate will be given the opportunity and time to engage in their Continuous Professional Development (CPD) by identifying areas in their profession that they would like to develop and being able to utilise opportunities and training within the Trust and wider sector to develop and flourish within their professional role and career.
Please see job description for more information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We would like to employ a compassionate, proactive, adaptable and resilient Occupational Therapist who demonstrates, leadership and initiative within their role.
The successful candidate will be given the opportunity and time to engage in their Continuous Professional Development (CPD) by identifying areas in their profession that they would like to develop and being able to utilise opportunities and training within the Trust and wider sector to develop and flourish within their professional role and career.
Please see job description for more information.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic understanding of Mental Health Act 1983 and any updates
- Specialist Knowledge and application of Occupational Therapy Assessments and interventions relevant to this client group
Desirable
- Understanding of the principles and application of the recovery model and social inclusion
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- Professional Registration with Health Care Professionals Council
Experience
Desirable
- Working clinically in a Mental Health setting
Skills
Essential
- Clinical & Risk Assessment
- Crisis Management
- Verbal & written communication
- Problem Solving
Desirable
- Basic skills for running therapeutic groups
Other
Essential
- Able to travel independently
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic understanding of Mental Health Act 1983 and any updates
- Specialist Knowledge and application of Occupational Therapy Assessments and interventions relevant to this client group
Desirable
- Understanding of the principles and application of the recovery model and social inclusion
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- Professional Registration with Health Care Professionals Council
Experience
Desirable
- Working clinically in a Mental Health setting
Skills
Essential
- Clinical & Risk Assessment
- Crisis Management
- Verbal & written communication
- Problem Solving
Desirable
- Basic skills for running therapeutic groups
Other
Essential
- Able to travel independently
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
